CAPELLA HOTEL GROUP APPOINTS CHRISTIAN WESTBELD AS REGIONAL GENERAL MANAGER, SOUTHEAST ASIA

Capella Hotel Group has appointed Christian Westbeld as Regional General Manager, Southeast Asia overseeing Capella Singapore, Capella Ubud and Capella Hanoi. 

Hailing from Frankfurt, Germany, Westbeld's path into hospitality leadership spans 25 years across four continents including F&B and senior management roles at Raffles Hotels & Resorts in Dubai, Beijing and Singapore, followed by senior operations leadership at MGM China’s large scale integrated resorts, before returning to Raffles Singapore as General Manager in 2017. 

Most recently, Westbeld served as Managing Director of Raffles Singapore, where he oversaw the landmark restoration, relaunch and repositioning of the hotel, considered one of the most significant heritage transformation projects in the region and industry. His role also included responsibilities as Regional General Manager Raffles Indonesia. 

Westbeld now takes the helm at Capella Singapore, the brand's flagship property which opened in 2009. Spread across 30 acres of lush grounds and tropical rainforest on Sentosa Island, the property blends restored colonial Tanah Merah heritage buildings from the 1800s with contemporary architecture by Norman Foster, reflecting a meeting of history with Capella’s design philosophy. 

Its 113 rooms and suites are complemented by 10 private manors with plunge pools in both colonial and contemporary configurations, alongside 81 serviced residences ranging from one-bedroom suites to three-bedroom duplexes, landmark F&B destinations as well as event spaces. Recognised on Condé Nast Traveller's coveted Gold List this year and Forbes Five-Star rated for 14 consecutive years, Capella Singapore continues to stand as a benchmark for service quality, facility excellence and overall guest experience. 

Westbeld’s leadership philosophy is rooted in people before process. He takes a genuine interest in the individuals around him, whether guests or colleagues, and this has shaped how he builds teams and leads properties over the years. On the ground that translates into a hands-on presence characterised by spending time with his teams and in the operation, cultivating service and belonging, centred on anticipating needs before they arise. 

Roland Fasel, President, Capella Hotel Group, says, “It’s with pride that we welcome Christian to the Capella family. Christian brings a valuable combination of market knowledge, operational rigour and a deep understanding of the Capella brand. His roots in the Singapore market run deep, and the relationships he’s built across the industry are a true asset — but what sets him apart is his belief that hospitality is ultimately about people. That’s something we hold close at Capella. His appointment marks an exciting new chapter, and Capella Singapore is the perfect home for his talents as we continue to strengthen the synergy of the region.”

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ABOUT CAPELLA HOTEL GROUP 

Capella Hotel Group elevates hospitality through stewardship and artistry. From Singapore, our two luxury brands — Capella Hotels and Resorts and Patina Hotels & Resorts — transform heritage sites into living culture and conscious travel into meaningful connection. Recognised globally for excellence, we craft hospitality icons and embed care for people and place throughout our portfolio. www.capellahotelgroup.com 

ABOUT CAPELLA HOTELS AND RESORTS 

Capella Hotels and Resorts embodies excellence in the craft of hospitality. Our constellation spans Asia Pacific with future openings in the Middle East and Europe. Each property is a custodian of heritage, reflecting meticulous restoration and unseen artistry to offer experiences that illuminate travel. Auriga Spa, our signature wellness sanctuary inspired by lunar cycles, brings holistic wellbeing to each destination. Named Best Hotel Brand by Travel + Leisure for three consecutive years, Capella combines the highest levels of craftsmanship with personalised service to create bespoke luxury. Capella Hotels and Resorts is a proud member of GHA DISCOVERY. www.capellahotels.com 

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